US 59 NB over Long Branch
GoodJackson County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of Wharton C/L · Structure no. 131210008905021
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,250
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Long Branch is a concrete slab carrying US 59 NB over Long Branch in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 96 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 11,250 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,800 by 2033. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over Long Branch built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is US 59 NB over Long Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 NB over Long Branch carry?
About 11,250 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Long Branch?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Long Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.